Israel Police Scour Coast For Possible Shark Attack Victim

Israeli police are currently searching the coast for a swimmer who may have been attacked by a shark in an area known for close encounters between sharks and beachgoers. Endangered dusky and sandbar sharks have been swimming in the area, attracting onlookers who sometimes approach and interact with them, despite warnings from conservation groups. Following reports of a shark attack on a swimmer near Hadera, search teams are using boats and underwater equipment to locate the missing individual. The beach has been closed off, and there are concerns about the public’s behavior around the sharks, with some people seen touching and feeding them. Authorities advise against entering the water when sharks are present and urge people not to interact with them. This incident marks the third recorded shark attack in Israel, with the area being a hotspot for shark activity due to warm water released by a nearby power plant. Conservation groups emphasize the need for better safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.